Agency

University of Maine

Location

Orono, ME

Job Category

Post Doctoral Appointments

Salary

$48,000-$50,000

Start Date

03/13/2023

Last Date to Apply

02/13/2023

Website

https://umaine.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=80141&job=postdoctoral-research-associate-in-wildlife-disease-genomics

Description

A postdoctoral research position is available in the Wildlife Disease Genetics Laboratory at the University of Maine to examine the causes and risk factors of pneumonia-related mortality, including relationships with chronic wasting disease, in white-tailed deer. The postdoc will join an interdisciplinary team to integrate metagenomics sequence data with pathology and ecological data, using bioinformatics and statistical modeling approaches. They will work closely with the PI (Dr. Pauline Kamath), as well as collaborators at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the University of Wisconsin, and the US Geological Survey. Funding is available for 1 year (renewable up to 2 years, depending on funding availability and successful performance). Essential Duties: • Plan and conduct assigned and/or original research projects autonomously while also working together with the PI, staff, students, and collaborators. • Maintain accurate records of research finding and the analysis of results. • Coordinate data collection with collaborators and aid in project management and communication. • Prepare publications, grant proposals, and reports in collaboration with the PI, collaborators, and students. • Present research findings at professional meetings. • Mentor graduate and undergraduate students. For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Dr. Pauline Kamath at pauline.kamath@maine.edu or 207-581-2935.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: • Ph.D. (or equivalent) in ecology, evolution, epidemiology, microbiology, genomics, or related discipline by the start date of the appointment. • Strong quantitative and writing skills • Experience in applying genetic approaches to ecological datasets Preferred Qualifications: • Strong publication record in disease ecology and evolution • Demonstrated skills in genomics, bioinformatics, and statistical analyses • Experience in laboratory or project management • Experience working in diverse collaborative teams • Experience in mentoring students Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" at the following link: https://umaine.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=80141&job=postdoctoral-research-associate-in-wildlife-disease-genomics. You will need to create a profile and application; upload: 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae 3.) contact information for three professional references You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Search Timeline is as follows: Review of applications to begin: February 13, 2023 Screening interviews to begin no earlier than: February 20, 2023 On-site interviews to begin no earlier than: February 27, 2023 Tentative start date: March 13, 2023

Contact Person

Pauline L. Kamath

Contact Phone

2075812935

Contact eMail

pauline.kamath@maine.edu

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